How to Stop Overthinking & Start Living a More Meaningful Life with Oliver Burkeman #580

In this episode of "Feel Better, Live More," Dr. Rangan Chatterjee interviews Oliver Burkeman, author of "Meditations for Mortals," about embracing limitations to live a calmer, more meaningful life. They discuss shifting focus from endless achievement to present moments, accepting the downsides of choices, and the illusion of clearing to-do lists. Burkeman introduces the concept of "daily-ish" habits and challenges the notion of productivity as the sole measure of a good life, advocating for presence, meaning, and connection. The conversation explores themes of self-compassion, the fear of wasting time, and the liberating idea of accepting finitude to feel more alive and connected, with practical advice on aligning daily actions with long-term goals.